Dog-Friendly Activities in Blackhawk, SD

Pet-friendly Bear Country USA in Rapid City, SD offers visitors a chance to view wildlife from the comfort of their own car. You and Fido will travel through several enclosures on the three-mile drive through the park and see black bears, elk, reindeer, cougars, bobcats, bighorn sheep, buffalo and more. Dogs are welcome to enjoy the drive-through park but are not allowed in Babyland, where the cubs live, and not allowed around the wildlife walkway area. They can be on a leash near the gazebo area at the end. The park is open seasonally from May through November.

Big Thunder Gold Mine is a pet-friendly attraction in downtown Keystone, SD. Experience this Black Hills Gold Rush legend with Fido and the family! They offer a mine tour, a museum, on-site gold panning, and claim panning. Dogs are welcome everywhere, including the gift shop and Big Thunder Family Bar & Grill's patio. Just be sure to keep your pup leashed and close to you.

Professor Samuel’s Old Time Photos is a pet-friendly old-time photography service in Keystone, SD. The staff is awesome and love shooting dogs in classic clothing.

Fido can walk amongst prehistoric giants at the pet-friendly Dinosaur Park in Rapid City, SD. The park, open to the public since 1936, is free to explore. Dinosaur Park's hours vary seasonally, so make sure to check the website before planning your outing. Dogs are not allowed inside buildings. All pups must remain leashed.

Take a drive to the pet-friendly Needles Highway in Custer, SD. This spectacular trip through ponderosa pine and Black Hills spruce forests, meadows surrounded by birch and aspen and rugged granite mountains can't be missed if you're visiting South Dakota. The name comes from the needle-like granite formations that sprout out of the ground.

Lost Cabin Beer Company, located in Rapid City, SD, is pet friendly! You're welcome to bring Fido with you to enjoy the patio or hang out inside as there is no food prepared on the premises. Their tap list includes amber lagers, hazy IPAs, ales, saison and wheat beers.

There's a creek for pups to play in at the off-leash dog park at Braeburn Park, located in Rapid City, SD. Just be careful, as the area isn't fenced.

Mount Rushmore National Memorial in Keystone, SD is pet friendly in certain areas. Pups aren't permitted beyond the columns at the entrance to the memorial, but you can still see the sculpture from the entrance. Elsewhere at Mount Rushmore National Memorial, leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners on Blackberry Trail, a designated National Recreational Trail with a moderate rating. Or, follow the yellow paw prints from the parking lot to the pet exercise area that will take you and your pooch on a shady walk under the pines to a lovely view of Mount Rushmore.

Woodland Republic Brewing & Blending in Rapid City, SD, is a dog-friendly brewery where well-behaved, leashed pups are welcome to join you indoors. Enjoy a unique selection of craft beers in a relaxed, pet-friendly atmosphere—perfect for hanging out with your furry companion while sipping something cold and local.

Leashed dogs are welcome to join you for a tour at the pet-friendly Dinosaur Museum in Rapid City, SD. Enjoy learning about dinosaurs and seeing life-size displays. Be sure to check their website for admission prices and hours of operation.

The pet-friendly South Dakota Air and Space Museum is located just outside the main gate at Ellsworth Air Force Base in Box Elder, SD. Leashed dogs aren’t allowed inside the building, but they can join you to view more than 30 aircrafts, including the B-1B Lancer and UH-1F Huey Helicopter, in the outdoor museum.

Cosmos Mystery Area is a dog-friendly tour in Rapid City, SD, which operates seasonally from April until October. Leashed pets are welcome as long as they are friendly, well socialized and tolerant of children. This is a fun interactive tour of gravity hot spots. Purchasing tickets online in advance is strongly recommended.

Make a stop in Hill City, SD to see the World's Largest Smokey Bear. This dog-friendly roadside attraction stands 30 feet tall and 20 feet wide, and was created by chainsaw artists in just 10 days. The attraction is open to visitors year-round.

Fido can play off-leash at the Wareing Sturgis Ford Dog Park, located just off of I-90 in Sturgis, SD. This spacious, fenced dog park offers seating and water from a hose during warm weather. It can be found on the south-side of the car dealership's parking area.

Your pet will love the chance to play off leash in the designated area (south of the picnic tables) at the dog park at Robbinsdale Park, located in Rapid City, SD. Be careful, though, as the off-leash area is not fenced.

Cohort Craft Brewery is a dog-friendly brewery in Rapid City, SD, that welcomes Fido inside the taproom and in the outdoor area. Their ever-evolving lineup features ten distinctive beers on tap - from a crisp German-style Kellerbier and a malty dark lager, to creative radlers like “Dequench Mode” (lemonade mixed with South Dakota honey), bold IPAs, fruity sours, and even mead blends made from local honey. Food trucks can sometimes be found on site, and guests are also welcome to bring their own food.

Zymurcracy Beer Company is pet-friendly. Located in the beautiful Black Hills of South Dakota, this brewery prides itself on diverse and ever-evolving beer styles. Sample everything from light lagers and a Belgian-Style Wit to a Russian Imperial Stout. Leashed dogs are welcome to join their owners outside. Zymurcracy Beer Company is open Monday through Thursday from 12pm to 9pm. Friday to Saturday from 12pm to 11pm, and Sunday from 12pm to 7pm.

Fleet Farm is a chain sporting goods store with a dog-friendly location in Rapid City, SD. Leashed dogs can join their owners inside to browse through outdoor gear such as fishing rods, kayaks, hunting supplies, power tools and more.

Hill City Harley-Davidson is a dog-friendly clothing store and official dealer located in the heart of the Southern Hills in Hill City, SD. They offer a wide selection of Harley-Davidson merchandise for men and women, as well as gifts and collectibles. Fido is welcome to join you inside and will be lavished with attention from the friendly staff.

Relax with your pup on the dog-friendly patio at Uplifted Winery in Rapid City, SD, where great wine meets warm hospitality. Sip distinctive, handcrafted wines inspired by the Black Hills and enjoy a welcoming space that celebrates community, connection, and the joy of sharing a glass beside your furry best friend.